{"product_id":"german-5cm-pak38-anti-tank-gun-1-35-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"German 5cm Pak38 Anti-Tank Gun 1:35 Model Kit by Tamiya","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild one of Germany's most effective early-war anti-tank weapons with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya German 5cm Pak38 Anti-Tank Gun 1:35 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the 5cm Pak38, featuring finely moulded plastic parts, realistic surface detailing and authentic German Army markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for WWII military enthusiasts, collectors and diorama builders looking to recreate realistic anti-tank positions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:35\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeapon: 5cm Pak38 Anti-Tank Gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely detailed plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRealistic gun carriage and shield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic German Army decal options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic model kit parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5cm Panzerabwehrkanone 38 (Pak38)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was a German anti-tank gun introduced in 1940 to replace the smaller 3.7cm Pak36. Developed by Rheinmetall, it was designed to provide German infantry units with a more powerful weapon capable of defeating increasingly well-armoured enemy tanks encountered during the Second World War.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArmed with a high-velocity \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Pak38 proved highly effective during the early and middle stages of the war. It was capable of penetrating the armour of many British, American and Soviet tanks at typical combat ranges, particularly when firing armour-piercing ammunition. As heavier Allied tanks entered service, specialised tungsten-core ammunition helped extend the weapon's effectiveness against more heavily protected targets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pak38 was relatively lightweight for its class, allowing it to be towed by light vehicles or moved short distances by its crew when repositioning on the battlefield. Its low profile made it easier to conceal in defensive positions, where it was often employed in ambushes against advancing enemy armour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gun saw widespread service on every major front, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorth Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastern Front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItaly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWestern Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It played a key role in German defensive tactics, supporting infantry formations and providing mobile anti-tank protection until it was gradually superseded by the larger and more powerful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.5cm Pak40\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough eventually outclassed by the increasing armour of late-war Allied tanks, the Pak38 remained an important and reliable weapon throughout much of the conflict. Today, it is recognised as one of Germany's most successful medium anti-tank guns and an important step in the evolution of anti-armour warfare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly. Glue, paints and modelling tools are sold separately. Due to the small parts and detailed assembly involved, this kit is recommended for experienced beginners and above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60221285368142,"sku":"35392","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/35392_01.jpg?v=1785086029","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/german-5cm-pak38-anti-tank-gun-1-35-model-kit-by-tamiya","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}